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Animal Farm

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English Language ArtsName: ___________________________________

ANIMAL FARM READING SCHEDULE

Date In Class HomeworkNovember 13, 2013 Introduction

Part I Vocabulary termsNovember 14, 2013 Chapter 1 (with LC

group)November 15, 2013 Chapter 2 (with class)November 18, 2013 Chapter 3 (with LC

group)November 19, 2013 Chapter 4 (with LC

group)November 20, 2013 Chapter 5 (with class)

Complete Discussion Questions

November 21, 2013 Animal Farm Quiz (Part 1: Ch 1-5)Chapter 6 (with class)

November 22, 2013 Chapter 7 and 8 (with LC group)

November 25, 2013 Chapter 9 (with class)November 26, 2013 Chapter 10 (with LC

group)Complete Discussion Questions

November 27, 2013 Animal Farm Quiz(Part 2: Ch 6-10)

These dates are tentative and may change.

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Introduction

1. In your opinion, what are qualities of an effective leader?

2. Imagine you are creating a new government. What are 7 laws/rules that all citizens should obey?

3.Who is Karl Marx and what did he believe? What was the name of the new form of government that he created?

3. What were some pros/cons associated with communism? Why was it good for poor people? Why was it bad for rich people?

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4. What is a fable? What are some examples of fables?

5. What country is Animal Farm actually based upon? Who do the characters represent?

Animal Farm Literary and Government TermsAllegory: A work of literature in which characters and events symbolize abstract qualities, such as greed, or real people and events. Allegories are written to entertain and teach a lesson.

Satire:Literary form in which human vice or folly is ridiculed. Usually implies moral judgment and corrective purpose.

folly: a foolish action, practice, idea, etc.; absurdity: the folly of performing without a rehearsal

vice: an immoral or evil habit or practice; a fault, defect, or shortcoming.

Fable: Literary form in which animals are used to teach a lesson about humans.

Communism:A system of government in which the state plans and controls the economy and a single, often authoritarian party holds power, claiming to make progress toward a higher social order in which all goods are equally shared by the people.

Socialism:

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An economic system in which the production and distribution of goods are controlled substantially by the government rather than by private enterprise, and in which cooperation rather than competition guides economic activity.

There are many varieties of socialism. Some socialists tolerate capitalism, as long as the government maintains the dominant influence over the economy; others insist on an abolition of private enterprise. All communists are socialists, but not all socialists are communists.

Totalitarianism:All power is concentrated in the hands of the state, individual liberties are suppressed, and every aspect of people’s lives is controlled through coercion.

Often used synonymously: Despotism, Dictatorship, Tyranny, or Fascism.

Literature CircleWhat is a Literature Circle?

Literature Circles provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon what you have read, as well as to contribute to the overall meaning of the text. Furthermore, the literature circle encourages you to narrow your focus, as each group member is responsible for one specific role.

Literature Circles afford each group member the occasion to “try out a new role,” i.e. one session you might fulfill the role of summarizer, whereas at another session you would assume the title of motif hunter, etc. Groups will continue to cycle through the roles indicated below until each has moved full “circle.”

Your notes will be collected and graded. In every set of notes I expect:

Neatly written or typed notes that are organized. This means MLA heading, assigned role and chapter

Literature Circle Roles and Descriptions:

1. Discussion Director2. Propaganda Watch Dog

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3. Theme Connector4. Character Sketch/Analysis5. Connector/Commentator

Discussion Director

What do I do?

1. Write at least 5 thought provoking questions for discussion. These should be questions which cannot be answered with “yes or no”. You are encouraged to write more questions if you like. Consider:

Character development Plot development Compare characters Make outside the text connections Ask for opinions/evaluations

2. Select one quote from the story, copy it, and cite the page number.

3. Write a brief paragraph explaining why you chose the quote.

What do I do when my group meets?

Pose your questions, one at a time, to your group and try to get them to discuss the topic. Make sure:

Everyone has a chance to respond The same student does not respond each time Students SUPPORT THEIR ANSWERS with evidence from the text and

explanation. Ask them why? Take notes based on others’ roles

Propaganda Watch Dog

What do I do?

1. Take notes on the passages you select from the reading, which are examples of propaganda. Refer to our class handout about this if needed. Cite page numbers

Identify: who is spreading the propaganda; what is their message? What persuasive techniques have they used to get their message across

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2. Select one quote from the story, copy it, and cite the page number. Also, write a brief paragraph explaining why you chose it.

What do I do when I meet with my group?

Share the passages you identified and read these passages to the group, as they follow along in their books.

Discuss the following:1. Who is spreading the propaganda? What is their message?2. What is your opinion of this example?3. Do you agree with the message?4. Compare this example to others you have discussed previously

Take notes based on others’ roles

Theme Connector

What do I do?

1. Take notes on passages/events that represent any of our theme indicators. You should copy quotes and provide page numbers.

Theme Indicators: revolution, hypocrisy, absolute power, the role of citizens, blind following, leadership. Corruption

What do I do when I meet in my group?

Share the passages you identified and read these passages to the group. As they follow along in their books.

Discuss the development of the theme thus far in the novel-how has it grown? Are you getting a clear picture of what the theme statement might be?


Character Sketch/Analysis

What do I do?

1. Provide a description of any new character(s) introduced within the assigned chapter(s). You should quotes and include page number. Consider the following items when classifying each character:

physical description personality traits relation to other characters

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role within the story, noticeable change/evolution and any memorable event in which the

character is involved. If no new character is introduced, focus on a character not previously

highlighted. Special attention should be paid to character development (change over time).

2. Select one quote from the story, copy it, and cite the page number. Also, write a brief paragraph explaining why you chose it.



Discuss the development of the characters thus far in the novel- Why are they important? What is their role within the story? How have they changed/developed?


Connector / Commentator

What do I do?

1. Take notes on passages/events that represent a comparison between what is happening in the book and something outside the text. You should copy quotes and provide page numbers.

This connection may be to a current or historical event, another story you have read, or movie/TV show you have seen. In addition, you might personally connect with a scene and/or character, in which case you can describe how you are like that specific character (i.e. endured a similar hardship, etc.).

2. Write a brief paragraph in which you make an evaluative comment on the plot, character(s), motif(s), or theme(s)



Discuss the connections you made. Encourage each group member to share one connection too.

Share your evaluative comment on the plot. Allow each group member to share one evaluative comment too.

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Please remember to choose a different role each time your group meets. Ideally, each person will have had at least one opportunity to

try each “job” at least one time.

My Group Members Names:

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Vocabulary Chapters 1-2

Term Synonym Antonym

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1. Ensconced- settled

2. cynical – distrustful; negative

3. hideous – terrible; shocking

4. comrades – coworkers; friends

5. tyranny – unlimited and cruel power

6. preliminary – opening; introductory

7. vivacious – high-spirited; lively

8. elaborated – worked out in detail

9. counteract – act against; oppose

10. unalterable – unchangeable

Animal FarmVocabulary Chapters 1 & 2

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Directions - Fill in the blank with the vocabulary word that best completes the sentence:

ensconced cynical hideous comradestyranny preliminary vivacious elaboratedcounteract unalterable

1. The news of a _____________ murder in our community had the citizens terrified!

2. Our wedding day plans were _______________ and couldn’t even be changed for a fee.

3. After a few ______________ tries, the group of animals sang Beasts of England together in unison.

4. George Orwell’s teacher at St. Cyprian’s was ____________ because she picked on the poor children.

5. The cruel superintendent at St. Cyprian’s had ______________ over the students’ lives.

6. Old Major was _______________ in his bed of straw for the night.

7. My teacher told me that I ___________________ my arguments with great precision and detail.

8. Old Major wanted all of the animals to be _______________ and get along with one another.

9. The animals were peppy and ________________ when Old Major taught them to sing Beasts of England.

10. During the debate, the other team will _________________ your opinions.

Animal Farm Comprehension Questions

Chapter 11. Why does Old Major gather all the animals together?

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2. Why does Old Major consider man as the only real enemy that the animals have?

3. What is the significance of “Beasts of England”?

4. What is Animalism?

Chapter 21. What is the purpose of the Seven Commandments?

2. Why is the milk incident a hint of what is to come?


Term Draw a symbol or picture to help you remember the definition1. Parasitical – like

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a parasite; living off of or taking advantage of someone

2. obstinate – strong-minded; unbending

3. cryptic – mysterious; unclear

4. indefatigable – tireless

5. whelped – gave birth to (reference to animals)

6. flourished – thrived; grew

7. irrepressible – uncontrollable

8. scored – scratched; cut into

9. ignominious – disgraceful; shameful

10. impromptu – done without preparation; spontaneous

Animal Farm Vocabulary for Chapters 3 & 4

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Directions - Fill in the blank with the vocabulary word that best completes the sentence:

flourished irrepressible scored whelpedparasitical cryptic impromptu obstinateignominious indefatigable

1. The animals felt that with the __________________ human beings gone, there was more for everyone to eat.

2. Benjamin, the donkey, was _________________ when it came to working. He did what he had to do and never volunteered a moment of time.

3. The donkey wasn’t much of a conversationalist. When asked questions, he would always reply with a confusingly ____________________ message.

4. Squealer’s _____________________ efforts promoted committees and rallies for the animals to attend.

5. Old Major had _________________ over 400 babies in his lifetime.

6. The humans would sit around and talk about the terrible wickedness that now ____________________ on Animal Farm.

7. When animals on other farms were caught singing Beasts of England, they would be ________________ with a whip.

8. Even though animals could be beaten for singing Beasts of England, it became an _________________________ anthem among them all.

9. When the humans came back to the farm to try and regain power, the animals drove them out for a second time within five minutes! The farmers lowered their heads as they began their __________________ retreat through the gates of the farm.

10. After the second battle, an ________________ celebration of the victory was held on Animal Farm.

Animal Farm Comprehension Chapter 3

1. Why do all the animals admire Boxer?

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2. What does the statement, “I will work harder!” tell you about Boxer?

3. Why does Napoleon feel that the education of the young is important?

4. Some of the animals were unable to memorize the Seven Commandments. What maxim did Snowball come up with that contained the essential principles of Animalism?

5. What do the animals say is the distinguishing mark of a man?

6.What does Squealer mean when he says, “We pigs are brainworkers”?

7.How does Squealer persuade the animals to allow the pigs to eat all the milk and apples?

Chapter 4 Comprehension Questions

1. Who are Frederick and Pilkington?

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2. Why do the humans come back?

3. What does Boxer do to the stable lad during the battle?

4. What do the animals name the battle in which they fight against Jones and the other farmers?

5. What award is conferred on Snowball and Boxer from this battle?

PROPAGANDA: Businesses use propaganda to help people believe in their systems and purchase their merchandise on a regular basis. The characters of Animal Farm are no different than humans… They too are “brainwashed” by the persuasive declarations of Squealer. Utilizing

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propaganda techniques, Squealer convinces the animals that Comrade Napoleon is an honest and genuine leader with their best interests in mind.

Propaganda techniques used in

Animal Farm

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Note about Quote (explain the quote in your own

words)

Thought (what you think about the quote)

Logos: Logical Appeal

Using facts, statistics, numbers, charts and graphs in order to persuade one’s audience.

Ethos: Credibility Appeal

Citing where one’s information came from in order to establish reliability or using experts to persuade one’s audience.

Pathos: Emotional Appeal

Persuading by evoking an emotional response (happiness, sadness, fear, patriotism, hatred, etc.).


1. pretext – a misleading motive or claim

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2. ratified – approved; supported (usually by a vote)3. canvassing – surveying; gathering or looking for support4. sordid – low; filthy5. marshal – put in order; arrange6. watchword – motto; keyword7. procured – gained8. solicitor – lawyer; one who does business for someone else9. repose – rest; sleep10. gale – strong wind; windstorm

Use each term in a sentence that demonstrates an understanding of the word in context:

pretext I don’t like to dance, but my friends got me to go to the prom under the pretext that there would be free food.

Animal Farm Vocabulary Quiz for Chapters 5 & 6

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Part I: Match the vocabulary word to the definition

1. ratified ____ a. filthy

2. sordid ____ b. put in order

3. marshal ____ c. a misleading motive

4. canvassing ____ d. approved or supported by vote

5. pretext ____ e. looking for support

Part II: Complete the following sentences using one of the vocabulary words below

watchword procured solicitor repose gale

6. The animals worried that a _______________ storm could bring the windmill down.

7. Squealer mentioned that “discipline” was the ________________ for the day on Animal Farm.

8. A __________________ was hired by Napoleon to make arrangements for trade and business on Animal Farm.

9. The animals would have to work every day of the week to complete the windmill. This meant that they would not get a lot of __________________.

10. The animals ________________ extra food by working long hours in the field.

Animal Farm Comprehension Questions Chapters 5

1. What does Clover find hidden under the straw in Mollie’s stall?

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2. What finally happens to Mollie?

3. What is Snowball’s scheme for providing electrical power to Animal Farm?

4. Who become opposing political leaders in the animal community?

5. Why is Napoleon so jealous of Snowball?

6. What has Napoleon trained his dogs to do? Why?

7. With Napoleon in power, how has the idea of Animalism shifted?

8. When Napoleon realizes that Snowball is going to win the election, what does he do?

9. What maxim did Boxer adopt about Napoleon?

10. How might this maxim influence the others?

Chapter 611. Just as Stalin manipulated news delivered to the public, the pigs are brain-washing the

animals to believe in what?

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12. What title does Napoleon wish to be called?

13. The Seven Commandments continue to change. What pattern seems to be developing in favor of the pigs and how is this ironic?

14. What does this foreshadow about Old Major’s ideals of Animalism?

15. What happens to the windmill?

16. Why do the pigs continue to blame Snowball for everything that goes wrong on the farm?

Use this page to journal your reaction of Lisa Ling Undercover in North Korea with Dr. Ruit in 2006

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_7-X0ImRdY

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_7-X0ImRdY

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7RtFZCpyv0

Synopsis: National Geographic's Lisa Ling captures a rare look inside North Korea - something few Americans have ever been able to do. Posing as an undercover medical coordinator and closely guarded throughout her trip, Lisa moves inside the most isolated nation in the world, encountering a society completely dominated by government and dictatorship. Glimpse life inside North Korea as you've never seen before with personal accounts and powerful footage. Witness first-hand efforts by humanitarians and the challenges they face from the rogue regime.

PROPAGANDA: Businesses use propaganda to help people believe in their systems and purchase their merchandise on a regular basis. The characters of Animal Farm are no different than humans… They too are “brainwashed” by the persuasive declarations of Squealer. Utilizing propaganda techniques, Squealer convinces the animals that Comrade Napoleon is an honest and genuine leader with their best interests in mind.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7RtFZCpyv0

Propaganda techniques used in

Animal Farm

Quote from

page #

Note about Quote (explain the quote in your own

words)

Thought (what you think about the quote)

Logos: Logical Appeal

Using facts, statistics, numbers, charts and graphs in order to persuade one’s audience.

Ethos: Credibility Appeal

Citing where one’s information came from in order to establish reliability or using experts to persuade one’s audience.

Pathos: Emotional Appeal

Persuading by evoking an emotional response (happiness, sadness, fear, patriotism, hatred, etc.).


Term Synonym Antonym Image1. famine – severe

food shortage

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2. capitulated – gave up; surrendered

3. stupefied – stunned; overwhelmed

4. retribution – punishment; penalties for a crime

5. treachery – unfaithfulness; disloyalty

6. gilded – made golden; highlighted with gold

7. nocturnal – nightly; nighttime

8. cunning – sly; tricky

9. sentinels – guards; lookouts

10. lamentation – expression of grief; mourning

Vocabulary Chapters 7 & 8Animal Farm

Part I: Match the word to the definition

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1. lamentation ____ a. stunned or overwhelmed

2. capitulated ____ b. punishment

3. stupefied ____ c. unfaithfulness

4. retribution ____ d. surrendered

5. treachery ____ e. expression of grief; mourning

Part II: Use the following vocabulary words in a complete sentence. Be sure to convey the meaning of the vocabulary word within the context of the sentence.

6. gilded - ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

7. nocturnal- ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

8. cunning - ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

9. sentinels - ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

10. famine - ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Animal Farm Comprehension Questions Chapter 7

1. What are some of the effects of the winter?

2. What type of contract does Napoleon make with Mr. Whymper about the hens’ eggs?

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3. What is the hens’ plan of rebellion and what does Napoleon do about it?

4. On whom does Napoleon blame all the destruction? Why?

5. Why are the pigs changing history?

6. Why is Boxer so important to Napoleon’s success?

7. What does Napoleon do to the pigs, sheep, and hens who confess to crimes against him?

8. How did Boxer avoid his death in this chapter?

9. What lesson about loyalty can we infer from this incident?

10. Why are the animals forbidden to sing “Beasts of England”?

Chapter 811. How does Squealer use logos to influence the animals at the beginning of this chapter?

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12. Knowing that Mr. Frederick represents Hitler, what historical event was George Orwell referring to with the forged bank notes?

13. What happens to the windmill?

14. What was the windmill a symbol of?

15. Why does Napoleon decree that drinking alcohol will be punished by death?

16. Why is Squealer so important to the success of Animalism?


1. simultaneously – occurring at the same time2. flanked – stood by the side of; bordered3. stratagem – trick; scheme4. oration – formal speech or address; sermon

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5. taciturn – not talkative; silent6. filial – the relationship of child to parent7. incumbent – necessary; binding8. proprietors – owners; managers9. bon mot – clever remark; witty saying10. malignant – destructive; harmful

Use each term in a sentence that demonstrates an understanding of the word in context:

simultaneously I finished my term paper and ate dinner simultaneously in order to have time for my favorite television show

Vocabulary for Chapters 9 & 10Animal Farm

Sentence completion: Choose the best word to complete the following sentences:

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1. Napoleon had a secret ____________________ for winning the humans to his side.a. filial b. bon mot c. stratagem

2. The younger animals feel a ______________ respect for Clover.a. flanked b. incumbent c. filial

3. In the county, the __________________ of most farms envy the efficiency of Animal Farm.

a. proprietors b. malignant c. bon mot

4. Mr. Pilkington amuses the pigs and men alike with his _______________ that if Napoleon has his lower animals to deal with, the men pacify their lower classes.

a. filial b. bon mot c. stratagem

5. During one autumn, four sows deliver their piglets almost _________________.a. taciturn b. simultaneously c. flanked

6. Napoleon is always _______________ by his dogs when he appears before the other animals.

a. flanked b. incumbent c. taciturn

7. Napoleon believes that a ______________ enemy is spreading rumors about Animal Farm.

a. taciturn b. proprietors c. malignant

8. At Boxer’s memorial service, Napoleon delivers a short but fine _________________ to honor the old horse.

a. flanked b. oration c. stratagem

9. Before toasting Napoleon, Mr. Pilkington feels that it is __________________ to praise the upstanding pig.

a. taciturn b. malignant c. incumbent

10. Benjamin grew less sociable and more _________________ after Boxer’s death.a. flanked b. taciturn c. filial

Animal Farm Comprehension Questions Chapters 9

1. What is Boxer’s sole ambition?

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2. Explain how the commandment “All animals are equal” continues to be broken.

3. Why has Moses returned to Animal Farm?

4. What happens to Boxer?

5. Why does Benjamin feel that the other animals are fools?

6. What did the pigs acquire at the end of Chapter 9 and how did they pay for it?

7. Is Benjamin partially to blame for Boxer’s death? Explain your answer.

Chapter 10

8. What is Squealer doing when Clover sees him?

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9. What human habits have the pigs acquired?

10. Why are there no longer any differences between the pigs and the humans?

11. What is the difference between an effective leader and a good leader?

12. What does the final commandment reveal about equality on The Manor Farm?

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